Simple Hard Boiled Eggs
Two perfectly cooked hard-boiled eggs, a quick and nutrient-dense protein source.
Prep
5 min
Cook
14 min
Total
19 min
Makes about
1 serving
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Made by Molly + Lila
Molly created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Clearer, simpler choices
Let the recipe do the thinking
Clear steps and a complete plate mean fewer decisions when focus is in short supply—and a more substantial meal once you are done.
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More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
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Setup
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Prep
5 min
Cook
14 min
Total
19 min
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Equipment
Saucepan
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Instructions
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Next: Place eggs in a single layer in…
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Place eggs in a single layer in…
Place eggs in a single layer in a saucepan and cover with at least 1 inch (2.5cm) of cold water.
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Bring the water to a rolling boil…
Bring the water to a rolling boil over high heat.
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Turn off the heat
Once boiling, turn off the heat, cover the pan with a lid, and let the eggs sit for 10-12 minutes.
Allow: 10-12 minutes
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Prepare an ice bath by filling a…
Prepare an ice bath by filling a bowl with cold water and ice cubes.
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Transfer the eggs to the ice bath…
Transfer the eggs to the ice bath and let them cool for at least 5 minutes before peeling.
Allow: 5 minutes
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